Everyday Physics: Uncovering the Science in the Simple Things

By Doug West

Have you ever wondered how the world around you works-from the morning cup of coffee to the colors of a rainbow? This book reveals the hidden science behind it all "Everyday Physics: Uncovering the Science in the Simple Things" is your perfect solution to understanding physics in an engaging, concise way. Here's what you'll discover: Discover the science behind your morning coffee: Learn how heat transfer works through conduction, convection, and radiation, and uncover simple tips to keep your favorite brew warm longer.Explore motion and mechanics in everyday life: Understand how Newton's laws of motion shape actions as simple as pushing a shopping cart or riding a bicycle-and how these same principles power rockets and roller coasters.Unravel the mysteries of friction: Find out why friction is both a challenge and a lifesaver, helping you walk, drive, and keep your world grounded while posing unique engineering challenges.Learn how fluids shape our world: From the aerodynamics of airplane wings to the simple act of drinking through a straw, discover how the principles of fluid motion influence technology and nature.See the world in a new light-literally: Delve into the wonders of light, from rainbows to reflections, and find out how your eyes and cameras transform light waves into stunning visuals.Unlock the secrets of sound: Learn how sound waves travel through air, water, and solids to create music, communication, and the everyday hum of life.Understand the invisible force of electricity: From static shocks to powering your smartphone, discover how electricity flows and fuels the modern world-and what happens when lightning strikes Grasp the power of gravity: Explore how gravity keeps you grounded, shapes the universe, and plays a vital role in everything from tides to the orbits of planets and stars.Demystify randomness in life and the cosmos: See how probability shapes games of chance, weather forecasts, evolution, and even the formation of galaxies-revealing surprising order in apparent chaos.Experience the wonder of physics in everyday life: This book transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary, showing how simple actions like sipping coffee or driving a car are deeply connected to the fundamental laws of the universe.and more...Experience the wonder of physics in everyday life This book transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary, showing how simple actions like sipping coffee or driving a car are deeply connected to the fundamental laws of the universe. By the end of this book, you'll see the world through a scientific lens, discovering the beauty and order in the ordinary. Pick up your copy today by clicking the BUY button

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DT9CZF7M
• ISBN13: 9798306900544
• Release Date: January 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 5.0" x 8.0"